Announcements

Dr. Kamaljit Singh has returned to Pattaya and practices at his small clinic near the Memorial Hospital (parking facility). Dr. Kamaljit is known and acknowledged for his magnetic massage healing method which stimulates the blood circulation and mitigates or heals symptoms of diseases. His motto is "a good circulation and proper breathing methods keep the body healthy." His clinic is located at 338/1 Moo 10, Pattaya Klang Road. Call 086 903 2543 or send an e-mail to [email protected]

Clubs &
Associations

The next meeting of Pattaya City Expats Club (PCEC) will be on Sunday, March 30. The Club meets every Sunday morning at Henry J. Bean’s Restaurant on the north end of Beach Road in the grounds of the Amari Orchid Resort. The program starts as usual at 10:30 a.m. with a buffet breakfast available from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Everyone is warmly welcome. This week the PCEC welcomes Narin Travel who will seek to provide information on the last minute travel offers which arrive at their office and Thailand destinations that the PCEC may wish to consider for future trips. This will be followed by the ever-lively Open Forum and an update on the happenings in and around Pattaya. A full report appears each week in Pattaya Mail. For more information about the Sunday meeting and the numerous other weekday activities of the PCEC, see the Club’s website at www.pattayacityexpatsclub .com and learn more about the many and varied activities to which everyone is welcome.

April’s PILC luncheon is to be held at the Montien Hotel, centrally located on Pattaya 2nd Road on Tuesday, April 1 from 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. For reservations please contact Alvi Sinthuvanik: 081 864 5754, email: alvi_ [email protected] or Brooke Begovich: 085 698 1733, email: brookelyn80_@ hotmail.com. The next PILC Coffee Morning is at the Pan Pan restaurant, Tuesday, April 22, starting at 10:30 a.m. – No reservations required.

The Pattaya Irish Society meets every Wednesday at 8pm at Moonrakers in Pong. Call John on 086 112 0988 for details.

Ocean Marina Yacht Club invites experienced sailors and learners for racing weekends and funsail/training weekends. The club has 5 star clubhouse facilities and a fleet of 25' racing yachts available. www.omycsailing .com, phone Kev Scott 087 825 0011.

Rotary Club of Jomtien-Pattaya welcome you to their Wednesday meetings in the Rotary room Royal Cliff Grand Hotel: Time 18.30 for 19.00. Contact Lloyd Jones (Membership) 0878043943.

For the past 28 years the Samaritans of Thailand have been providing confidential crisis intervention services over the telephone. The English-speaking unit, Samaritans English Help Line operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide support to the expatriate community. English-speaking staff, trained in crisis intervention will provide active, non-judgmental and empathetic listening services on the phone. All calls will be handled on an anonymous basis and are free of charge. Please call (02) 713-6791 (24hrs a day, 7 days a week).

The Royal British Legion Thailand is now firmly established at Tropical Bert’s 2nd Road next to Soi 6/1. We are now approaching 70 members, why don’t you become No 70. Served in H.M. Armed Forces? Or even if you have not, as long as you support the principles of the Legion you are welcome to join. We meet every Sunday lunch from 1pm, our future trips are April 24 - a two day trip to the River Kwai for ANZAC Day (Aussies and Kiwis welcome) and early June - a week in Batu Gajah, Malaysia, once again to meet up with our Aussie friends and commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Malay Emergency. Contact Bert 089 8072335 or call in to Tropical Bert’s 2nd Road Opp Bangkok Bank.

Rotary Club Pattaya Marina meets every Friday at 7pm at the Balcony Restaurant (Pattaya North Rd). For further information call President Nicolas Demet on 081 983 4082.

Chess Club players meet every day at "Margarita Madness" by Soi 10, Jomtien Beach Road, directly across from the Sea Breeze Hotel. Everyone welcome. Call 087 008 9951 for details.

Alcoholics Anonymous meetings in Pattaya: The Pattaya Group meets Monday & Thursday at noon; Monday, Tuesday & Friday at 5pm and Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday at 7:30pm at the Satree Pattana Center, Soi Skaw Beach (2nd Rd): Contact Jim on 087 927 0437. The Good Morning Pattaya Group meets every morning 9am at the Highlander Guest House, Soi Skaw Beach: Contact Mike 081 741 3166. The Jomtien Group meets everyday at noon at Jomtien Long Stay Hotel: Contact: Jerry 086 141 7748.

Dining

After nearly 10 years the Paradise Restaurant opposite the Royal Garden Plaza and Marriott Resort on 2nd Road will close its doors. Proprietor Hans Banzier says that as of April 1 he will continue to operate the Paradise Garden Restaurant at the Swiss Paradise Resort on Soi 16/2 on Naklua Road with an identical menu to the one at the Paradise Restaurant, and featuring an exclusive range of exotic meats such as kangaroo, emu, ostrich and crocodile as well as a range of international dishes, Thai favorites and delicious Swiss specialties. The Paradise Garden Restaurant is open daily from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. For more information please call 089 930 5888.

Amor Restaurant, a Pattaya dining landmark for 14 years, has prepared a wonderful array of food, drinks and desserts for the mango season, so come by and sample some of the original creations of Richard and his team: West Indies chicken breasts bt.390 with rum, fresh mango, banana, raisins and cashew nuts in a light curry sauce: West Indies pork fillet bt.390 with rum, fresh mango, banana, raisins and cashew nuts in a light curry sauce: West Indies prawns bt.430 with rum, fresh mango, banana, raisins and cashew nuts in a light curry sauce; mango pork fillet bt.390 with Thai whisky, fresh mango and coconut cream; mango chicken breasts bt.390 with Thai whisky, fresh mango and coconut cream. The above served with the daily vegetables and a choice of potatoes. Crazy mango sundae bt.210 three scoops of coconut ice cream, Malibu, fresh mango, whipped cream and cashew nuts: fresh mango cheesecake bt.150; fresh mango bt.140; fresh mango and sticky rice bt.150; mango yoghurt smoothie bt.90; mango daiquiri bt.190; mango colada bt.210 a blend of rum, pineapple juice, fresh mango, coconut cream and coconut ice cream. Tel: 038-710-680, email: richard@ amorrestaurant.com, www. amorrestaurant.com, 244/15 Pattayaland 3, South Pattaya. Open 5pm to midnight, daily.

Marvelous Mangoes for summer desserts at Dusit Thani Pattaya: We treat all sweet mango lovers to a whole month of pick-of-the-crop mangoes, served in delightful desserts or refreshing fruit cocktail drinks at all Dusit gourmet outlets. Thailand’s beloved fruit is served in delicious pastries, in the traditional Thai style with coconut cream and sticky rice, or with a surprising western twist! Done whichever way, you will surely love them! Throughout March, the Marvelous Mango is what it’s all about at the Dusit Gourmet. Also available at The Cascade and The Bay Italian Restaurant. For more information, please call 0 3842 5611-7.

Amazing Saturday Brunch at Moooore Bar & Grill: A full range of an all-you-can-eat international flavor brunch buffet. The highlights include seafood, creamy pastas, freshly-made Japanese sushi, carvery and a huge variety of desserts. Inclusive is one bottle of finely selected premium bubbling sparkling wine, which you can enjoy in a beautiful and modern ambience. The price is only baht 990++ inclusive of one bottle of sparkling wine, from 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. The Moooore Bar & Grill is located on Pattaya 2nd Road at the front of the Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa, next to the Royal Garden shopping plaza. For more information call (66) 38 412 120.

Come enjoy Casa Pascal Restaurant’s gourmet set menu: Food only 1,450 baht net or menu with unlimited beverages 2,900 baht net. Open daily 11:00 - 23.00. Sunday brunch buffet: every Sunday 10:30 - 15:00, adults 899 baht net including a glass of house champagne, children 599. For reservation (038) 723 660 fax (038) 723 659, e-mail: [email protected]. For more information: www.restaurant- pattaya.com

If you are an oyster lover visit The Peak Chinese Restaurant at Dusit Thani Pattaya. For the whole month of March, experience an oyster treat on the chef’s menu that boasts specialties such as Tasmanian oysters, Sydney rock oysters, and giant Thai oysters served at their freshest on ice. Let Chef Chi Tak Lai dazzle you with his famous oyster dish recipes, using only the best ingredients! The Peak Chinese Restaurant is located on the 8th floor of Dusit Thani Pattaya. Open every day from 11:30am-2:30pm for lunch. For dinner, from 6:30pm-10pm. For more information and reservations, please call 0 3842 5611-7 ext. 2276.

Throughout March at Mantra Restaurant & Bar the menu will have you in a spin! Bringing some tasty devils fresh to your plate, get acquainted with the smooth exotic richness of Tasmanian salmon. Revel in a diverse and devilishly seductive menu brimming with sushi, salads, soups, spicy options and sinfully divine baked or poached sensations. Set your tongue tingling, with these rousing Tasmanian salmon creations from Superchef Supachai … He’s done it again – Mantra Style! For Mantra Restaurant & Bar info, visit www.mantra-pattaya.com, for reservations call +66 (0) 3842 9591 or email: [email protected]

The newly renovated Cascade Restaurant offers not only the best in Thai dining, but also superb international cuisine. Buffets are available for breakfast, lunch and dinner (except Wednesday and Saturday nights). There is always a great selection and unlimited servings from the salad bar and the seafood, Thai, Asian and European stations. While you dine in the Cascade’s newly refurbished facilities, enjoy the view of the cascading waterfall at the Atrium. Buffet lunch is baht 500++, buffet dinner is baht 676++. For the month of March, a "Wine Buffet" is on offer to complement a sumptuous lunch or dinner with a free flow of red or white wine, from an exquisite selection of fine wines. Additional charge is baht 1,000++ (for lunch), and baht 1,500++ (for dinner). The Cascade Restaurant is located on the 4th floor of Dusit Thani Pattaya. For more information and reservations, please call 0 3842 5611-7 ext. 2153.

Theme buffet evenings at the Montien Hotel, Pattaya: Tuesdays - Verandah Coffee Shop, reef & beef international BBQ buffet dinner, 6 p.m. - 10 p.m., adults 750++ baht / children 400++ baht; Wednesdays - La Mer Restaurant, Mediterranean buffet dinner 6.30 p.m. - 10 p.m., adults 650++ baht / children 350++ baht; Friday - Verandah Coffee Shop, BBQ & seafood buffet dinner 6 p.m. - 10 p.m., adults 750++ baht / children 400++ baht; Saturday - Verandah Coffee Shop, international buffet dinner 6 p.m. - 10 p.m., adults 650++ baht / children 350++ baht. Pamper yourself with the exceptional variety of all-you-eat favourites, dazzlingly laid out for an evening of leisurely dining. Bring you family and friends. Sit back, relax and enjoy. For reservations please call 038-428155, 361340 ext 1620, 1621 or e-mail: [email protected]

New and only at Moon River Pub! The After Work Club, Sunday through Thursday, 7 pm to midnight, offers guests a Western or Thai evening menu. Groups of 30 people may choose from the European and Thai all you can eat buffet (booking 1 day in advance). The all you can drink (wine, beer, juice, soft drinks, whiskey, tequila, etc.) counts for both offers. Price per person: 1,000 baht each. The Moon River Pub is located in front of the Thai Garden Resort, North Pattaya Road.

Jameson’s Irish Pub’s Wednesday three-course ‘Quick Service’ special for 195 baht continues: Home made soup, mixed salad, or mussels ‘vinai’ (cooked in their shells with butter, garlic & herbs). Steak and mushroom pie (cooked in a beer sauce) with crisp french-fries followed by dessert - a choice of two items, depending upon the chef’s mood! This new three-course Wednesday special is served from 12 Noon till 11pm. Other daily specials include on Monday: fillet steak special 195 baht; Tuesday: chicken cordon bleu, chicken breast stuffed with ham & cheese served with chips, vegetables, & gravy sauce. 195 baht; Thursday: lasagna with meat sauce & white sauce covered with cheddar cheese & parmesan cheese served with mixed salad. 195 baht. All the specials are served with starter & dessert. Start from 12 noon until 11 p.m. As always Jameson’s serves its all day and night carvery at the weekends, as much as you can eat for 350 baht; soup & salad bar 175 baht. Saturday 5 pm – 11 pm and Sunday 1 pm – 11 pm. Cider on draft is back as well as bottled Newcastle Brown Ale. Jameson’s Irish Pub, 80/164 Soi Sukrudee (Soi AR), Pattaya, Tel. 038-361-873-4, email [email protected]

Café New Orleans, a culinary landmark for over 9 years on eclectic Pattayaland Soi 2, has expanded its Fiesta Filipina menu and added an additional special menu including imported black Angus tenderloin steak, succulent lamb tenderloin, scallops, assorted dinner crepes and chocolate soufflé for dessert. You can order anything from the famous rack of baby back ribs and imported steaks to special gourmet entrées, side dishes and deserts. Chefs coming from some of the top restaurants in Manila prepare delicious Filipino dishes to suit all tastes. For more information or to make a reservation call 038 710 805, fax 038 710 784.

Wine and French appetizers at World Wide Wine Cellar: Match 2 glasses of imported wines from the blackboard of the World Wide Wine Cellar and an appetizing selection of French baguettes with spinach, garlic and mozzarella cheese or stuffed mushrooms with Italian meats and cheeses or hot spicy cheese bread, a great value for a great taste at only baht 790++ per person. The World Wide Wine Cellar is located at the Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa, next to the Royal Garden shopping plaza. For more information and reservation please call (66) 38 412 120.

Songkran

Dusit Thani Pattaya’s Songkran celebrations are bigger and better than ever before! Experience a memorable evening of fun and tradition at the Chaba Pool with Thai folk dance and music. Also, be sure to bring along a big appetite as a tremendous spread of regional Thai specialties await you to celebrate one of the most frolicsome holidays in Thailand. Be part of the Thai New Year festivities on April 13 at the Chaba Pool of Dusit Thani Pattaya. Price is baht 1,495++, half price for children (5-12 years). For more information reservations, please call 0 3842 5612-7, Ext. 2149-50.

Entertainment

Steps & Rhythm Dance Academy will hold a Social Dancing Party on April 5 from 8.30 p.m. onwards. The entrance fee is 250 baht and includes one drink! Dance to some great Latin music, and let the Academy’s dance teachers lead you on the dance floor! Prior reservations essential! Please call Stephanie Moorhouse for further information on 089 544 4842 or visit us at Steps & Rhythm, 247/37 -38, Moo 11, Nongprue, Banglamung.

Come and enjoy Live, world-class music at the Jazz Pit Pub on Soi 5, Second Road, every night except Tuesdays. On Monday nights international artists get together for jam sessions, so if you play an instrument or just love the sound of jazz, come and join in the fun in this classy and cozy atmosphere.

Events

Celebrate the 2nd Anniversary of Mantra Restaurant & Bar, North Beach Road, Pattaya, on Saturday April 26. It’s definitely not a jelly and ice cream affair! Glam up in red and black, knock back the champers, along with a delectable tempting birthday menu, full of mouthwatering sensations from Superchef Supachai. Let the good times flow as smoothly as the bubbly and say ‘Happy Birthday Mantra!’ Delivering the tunes til late for this momentous occasion is the hot and famous She-DJ from Bangkok, DJ Ning. Mantra’s fantastic birthday dinner is available at 2,222 baht+ per person or if you just want to join the party in the bar lounge, indulge in your colour of choice: gold package includes free-flow Delamotte Champagne @ 2,922 baht+ per person; red package includes free-flow wine buffet, beer, Johnny Walker Red Label @ 1,222 baht+ per person. For advance reservations (recommended) and more info, call +66 (0) 3842 9591, email: [email protected] or visit the website at: www.mantra-pattaya.com

Promotions

Hard Rock Cafe Pattaya Party Pack - Fab Four! - Choose four dishes from Hard Rock’s six-pack offering. Party pack includes 1 jug of Singha beer and 1 jug of soft drink plus 1 classic Hard Rock Cafe Pattaya tee shirt and a complimentary photo at only THB 1,800 net. For more information & reservations please call 038 426 635.

Door 2 Door’s March double promotion from Ahaar Indian Restaurant, Soi Post Office, 2nd Road: receive a free masala papadum (2 pieces) with all food orders over 750 baht plus also receive a 10% discount from the Continental Restaurant, 315/158, Thappraya Road. To receive your free Door 2 Door menu (2008 Edition) call 038 720 222 and a friendly driver will deliver a free copy to you, or visit www.door2doorpattaya.com